Teacher Assistant-Infant

Cadence Education; Chicago (IL); On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading early childhood education provider seeks an Infant Teacher Assistant in Chicago. This role involves providing loving care and educational support to infants, collaborating with teachers, and enhancing children's learning experiences. Join a passionate team at Cadence Education and enjoy competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and a supportive work culture.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Tuition reimbursement

50% childcare tuition discount

401(k) with employer match

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Comprehensive benefit package

Qualifications

• Must meet all state preschool teacher assistant requirements.
• Previous experience as a teacher assistant preferred.
• High level of flexibility and willingness to work within business hours.

Responsibilities

• Encourage a positive learning environment for children.
• Document and share important milestones with parents.
• Enhance children's play with language and activities.

Skills

Flexibility

Collaboration

Communication

Education

State preschool teacher assistant certification

Job description

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Infant Teacher Assistant

Chicago , Illinois 60625

We’re hiring immediately! Stepping Stones Nursery School , part of the Cadence Education family, is currently seeking an Infant Teacher Assistant to bring your love of children and past experience in childcare, daycare or early childhood education to our team of kind, caring Teachers and staff.

At Cadence Education, our mission is to create bright futures for children, families, employees and our communities. This mission can only be accomplished through a team of passionate childcare professionals who combine their talents to provide an unparalleled level of care and compassion for children and their families. Our research-based curriculum and home-based environments are the leading edge of early education.

Our schools are staffed with people who are talented, fun, and genuinely enthusiastic about child development and learning. We encourage collaboration and cherish open-communication in each school and with our corporate office. We work hard to create an outstanding work-life balance by supporting our staff members every step of the way.

Indulge in a plethora of perks by joining us full-time at Cadence Education!

• Competitive compensation
• $16.20- $18.00
• On demand pay with UKG Wallet
• 50% childcare tuition discount
• 401(k) with employer match
• Comprehensive benefit package for all full-time employees, including:
• Paid time off that increases with seniority
• Paid holidays
• Medical, dental, vision options available
• Additional life, disability, and retirement plans
• Educational and professional development
• Tuition reimbursement
• Company-paid life insurance
• Pet insurance
• Paid CDA
  
  

The benefits listed above apply only to Full Time eligible employees.

Cadence Education is one of the premier early childhood educators in the United States, operating over 325 private preschools and elementary schools across 30 states. With over 30 years in business, we have developed an unparalleled expertise in preparing students to thrive in the next step of their childhood.

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Job Description

Infant Teacher Assistant Qualifications

• Must meet all state preschool teacher assistant requirements
• High level of flexibility and willingness to work within business hours
• Previous experience as a teacher assistant or in a licensed daycare preferred
  
  

Infant Teacher Assistant Job Responsibilities

An Infant Teacher Assistant will accept the philosophy of Cadence Education and will work as part of the teaching team to encourage a positive learning environment for all children within the center. Document and share with parents the important milestones in a child’s day. Collaborate with other passionate preschool teachers and leaders to implement an engaging and developmentally appropriate curriculum. Respect and observe children's interests. Intervene when needed to maintain safety. Enhance children's play with language, toys, and activities. Encourage and model social behavior and expectations which are developmentally appropriate. Share ideas in planning a daily schedule which provides a balance of activities: quiet/active, indoor/outdoor, fine/gross motor, etc.

Cadence Education is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Key words: education, early childhood, EEC, daycare, teacher, instructional aide, assistant teacher, infant, toddler, preschool, kindergarten, childcare, caregiver

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